Kennewick city, Washington Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Kennewick city, Washington Demographics
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As of 2026, Kennewick city, Washington has a total population of 84,389, the 15th largest city in Washington, with a median household income of $72,867, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.9%.

Kennewick city Quick Facts

Population 84,389

Median Household Income $72,867

Median Home Value $343,600

Poverty Rate 13.9%

Unemployment Rate 4.9%

Median Age 35.8 years

Homeownership Rate 62.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 27.0%

High School Graduation Rate 86.8%

Diversity Index 54/100

Population 84,389 15th of 631

Median Income $72,867 below average

Poverty Rate 13.9% 12% higher national

Median Home Value $343,600 below average

How Kennewick city Compares

Median Household Income

Kennewick city

$72,867

$94,952

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Kennewick city

$343,600

$519,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.9%

$25K-$50K 18.3%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 34.8%

Employment

4.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

61.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.8%

Renter 37.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.1%

18-34

22.8%

35-54

23.9%

55-74

21.4%

75+

5.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Kennewick city Rankings in Washington

#15 Population of 631

#363 Median Income of 631

#283 Education of 631

#353 Home Value of 631

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Cities Similar to Kennewick city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Pasco city	78,446	$81,130	$344,700	20.7%	12.6%
Bellingham city	92,367	$65,821	$577,400	46.5%	18.3%
Auburn city	85,455	$95,367	$510,400	27.0%	7.6%
Federal Way city	99,232	$82,144	$499,600	31.1%	12.7%
Spokane Valley city	105,460	$70,722	$344,300	24.8%	12.9%

Population Overview

Kennewick city is a mid-sized community located in Washington. The total population is 84,389. It ranks as the 15th most populous out of 631 cities and towns in Washington.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kennewick city is 35.8 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Kennewick city is $72,867. This is 23% lower than the state median of $94,952. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $343,600. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $519,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 63.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Kennewick city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 31.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (31.8% vs 14.1%). The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 9.3%.

Education

27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Kennewick city, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 631 Census-designated places in Washington. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kennewick city, Washington?

Kennewick city, Washington has a population of 84,389 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Kennewick city, WA?

The median household income in Kennewick city is $72,867, which is 7% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Kennewick city, WA?

The poverty rate in Kennewick city is 13.9%. This means approximately 11,558 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Kennewick city, Washington?

Kennewick city's population is 59.6% White, 2.0% Black, 31.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Kennewick city, WA?

The median home value in Kennewick city is $343,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

How educated is Kennewick city, Washington?

27.0% of adults (25+) in Kennewick city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.